D-Cort 0.1% (Ophthalmic Solution)

5 ml drop: ৳ 70.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Dexamethasone ophthalmic
Company	Globe pharmaceuticals ltd

Indications

Treatment of allergic non-infectious blepharitis and conjunctivitis
Treatment of non-infectious keratitis, punctate keratitis, disciform keratitis
Treatment of inflammation of the anterior uvea
Treatment of scleritis, episcleritis, and myositis
Post-operative management of cataract, strabismus & other ocular surgeries

Pharmacology

Dexamethasone is a cortisone derivative with high activity
Anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, anti-exudative and anti-proliferative properties
Therapeutic concentrations in cornea and aqueous humor
Inhibits phospholipase A2 and chemotactic infiltration of neutrophils

Dosage & Administration

Instill 1 drop into the conjunctival sac 3-5 times per day
Acute cases: up to 1 drop every hour if necessary
Ointment: Apply a small amount into the conjunctival sac 3-4 times per day
Close eyes without blinking for 1 to 2 minutes after ointment application

Interaction

No specific drug interaction studies conducted with D-Cort

Contraindications

Injuries and ulcerating processes of the cornea
Purulent infections of the conjunctiva and eyelids
Tuberculosis, mycosis, glaucoma

Side Effects

Reversible rise in intraocular pressure in predisposed patients

Pregnancy & Lactation

Potential risk to the fetus, should be used during pregnancy only if potential benefit justifies

Precautions & Warnings

Corticosteroids may mask, activate, or aggravate an eye infection
If no improvement is seen after a few days, alternative treatment should be considered
Avoid touching dropper tip to any surface

Overdose Effects

Overdose through local or accidental oral administration is not likely

Storage Conditions

Store at room temperature
Protect from light
Contents should not be used more than one month after first opening

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